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Canberra.RM985 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Adelaide on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Canberra.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Canberra on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM985, select.

Canberra.RM985 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul, returning Fri, 14 Aug.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Adelaide on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Canberra.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Canberra on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM985, select.

Canberra.RM986 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Adelaide on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Canberra.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Canberra on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM986, select.

Canberra.RM986 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul, returning Mon, 27 Jul.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Adelaide on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Canberra.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Canberra on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM986, select.

Canberra.RM986 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug, returning Fri, 14 Aug.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Adelaide on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Canberra.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Canberra on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM986, select.

Canberra.RM1,032 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Mar, returning Wed, 18 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Adelaide on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Canberra.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Canberra on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,032, select.

Canberra.RM1,040 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 May, returning Thu, 4 Jun.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Adelaide on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Canberra.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Canberra on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,040, select.

Canberra.RM1,042 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Fri, 19 Jun.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Adelaide on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Canberra.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Canberra on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Adelaide.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,042, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Canberra

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Adelaide to Canberra flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Adelaide to Canberra: Alternative routes

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Adelaide to Canberra: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	RM985
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	1 hr, 42 mins
Most popular airline	Air New Zealand
Average flights per week	109

Finding cheap flights from Adelaide to Canberra: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Adelaide to Canberra?

The best price we found for a return flight from Adelaide to Canberra is RM985. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Adelaide to Canberra?

1 hour and 42 minutes is the average flight time from Adelaide to Canberra.

Which airlines fly direct from Adelaide to Canberra?

Air New Zealand, Qantas and Alliance Airlines fly direct from Adelaide to Canberra.

How many flights are there a week from Adelaide to Canberra?

As of February 2026, there are 109 flights per week flying from Adelaide to Canberra.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Canberra?

The cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Canberra is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport on Thursday, 10 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 42 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Canberra?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Canberra but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Canberra?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Canberra is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Adelaide Airport to Canberra with?

Currently, Virgin Australia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Canberra.

Flying from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Canberra Airport (CBR): what you need to know

Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport.
Canberra is 30 minutes ahead of Adelaide and observes the UTC+11 timezone.
Each week, there are 32 Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, take the 06:15 Qantas flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 18:35 with Virgin Australia Regional.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your ADL to CBR flight.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Qantas is your gateway to discovering Canberra (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Australia!). Check out the direct flights from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport offered by this carrier.
Qantas tops the list for bookings on this route.
Qantas is the most punctual carrier that offers ADL to CBR flights, with 77.92% of its services arriving as planned.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ADL and CBR include:
- Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
- Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
- Brisbane Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Canberra Airport (CBR)

The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport flight is RM493. A round-trip fare is currently RM985. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from ADL to CBR, book your journey one month before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ADL to CBR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport.

Handy information about Adelaide Airport (ADL)

75.6% of flights that depart Adelaide Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Adelaide to Adelaide Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near ADL:

Arriving at Canberra Airport (CBR)

If you're coming in on a late Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near CBR:
Grab a Canberra Airport rental car and explore Canberra and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Sixt and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Canberra Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Canberra Airport (CBR) to central Canberra

Canberra Airport to central Canberra has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.

When to fly to Canberra Airport (CBR)

February is the busiest month for flights from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Canberra in January.
The warmest month in Canberra is January, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Adelaide Airport to Canberra Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from ADL to CBR in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

Canberra is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Australia you should also see. Around 241 kilometres north-east of Canberra, a trip to Sydney will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.
Around 467 kilometres south-west of Canberra, Melbourne is another essential stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88.